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Body and structurePart report

1997 Volvo WIA Body and structure Problems

Complaints
3about this part
Share
38%of 8 total for the year
Median mileage
—not reported
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the body and structure of the 1997 Volvo WIA, 38% of the 8 complaints for this model year. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“When driving at any speed, there is vibration within the frame, tire is worn out. Vechicle isn't staying on track, it keeps going into other lanes. Also, frame is bent. The consumer points out that the appeal forum is helpful but there should be a method for consumers to reach the manufacturers easily. …”

NHTSA complaint #845406, filed 1999-08

Related recalls

Body and structure: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
1997338%
1996225%
1995114%

Other parts of the 1997 Volvo WIA

Suspension
5 complaints
Electrical system
1 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
1 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 1997 Volvo WIA

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology